‘U.S. not bullying or controlling Guyana’ - Pres. Ali

(Kaieteur News) – President, Dr. Irfaan Ali is confident that as a sovereign state, this country is not being strong-armed by the United States of America, but cannot speak to Washington’s agenda in partnering with nations like Guyana.

During a CNN interview with chief national security analyst and anchor, Jim Sciutto, the President discussed Guyana’s oil deal with American oil major, ExxonMobil. He was asked specifically whether the US is a fair partner in helping to negotiate these deals. While not offering a direct response, Ali noted that Guyana now features a wide global footprint of firms seeking to explore for oil.

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“We have had excellent relationship with the US and that relationship is based on some shared values and shared priorities. So, I believe that from our perspective, we have entered into an agreement with Exxon, now Chevron is a partner, CNOOC is a partner and the government of Guyana,” President Ali explained.